Jane Austen Spills the Tea

Start the summer with a delightful and informative Regency-themed program! Join the Lewiston Public Library on Wednesday, June 3 in welcoming Lena Yasutake of lenalovesausten.com to present Jane Austen Spills the Tea, an evening of hot tea and hotter gossip from the letters of Jane Austen. This free program will take place from 5:30-6:30pm in Callahan Hall at the Lewiston Public Library and is recommended for participants ages 12 and up. Spots are limited so register as soon as you can!

 Jane Austen is an enduring icon of English literature and continues to delight readers over 200 years after her death.  Jane Austen Spills the Tea is an educational and interactive program that will teach participants more about the etiquette of Jane Austen’s day from letter folding to tea partying. Attending this program includes being served tea and snacks, including vegan and gluten free options, an interactive demonstration using extant and reproduction Regency equipment, and a tutorial on Regency letter folding.

Lena Ruth Yasutake is an actor, director, and an educator with over 20 years of experience. An enthusiastic and dynamic presenter, she has channeled her passion for Austen into creating engaging, interactive programming about Austen’s life and work. She has presented educational programming at the Jane Austen Festival and the Morgan Library & Museum as well as libraries across the country. She is dedicated to sharing Austen with new, inclusive and diverse audiences as well as fellow Janeites. 

The Lewiston Public Library is located downtown at 200 Lisbon Street at the corner of Pine Street. To register or ask questions, contact the Lewiston Public Library at 513-3134 or rflieg@lewistonmaine.gov.